India Information
Indian AutomobilesIndian Automobiles
India Information » Automobile » Auto Models » Car » Ambassador Car
Strong, reliable and roomy are the attributes given to the Ambassador car that has placed itself in a niche segment. Being produced by Hindustan Motors (HM), since 1948, this sedan car is a true Indian car suitable for tough terrain and has become the choice for Army and corridors of power in India. Since its start the design, structure and technology of Ambassador car has gone sea changes.

Ambassador

First Indian Car

Ambassador CarAmbassador cars in India, serving the nation for over 50 years with safety and sturdiness was born in 1950. It is tough and is an all terrain vehicle. Today, in India, it is the only company fitted CNG vehicle. The new model of the car, Ambassador Classic is a combination of technology and usefulness.

Ambassador is the only automobile to ply on Indian roads for more than five decades. It has also become the car of the Indian Army. It is truly an Indianised car.


Company Segment Biggest USP
Hindustan Motors "B" Sturdy and Tough

Striking Features

  • Multi Point Fuel Injection
  • Company Fitted CNG
  • Sturdy
  • Tough
  • Roominess

Added Features


Improved Engine
  • Choice of powerful engines.
  • MPFI engine with 16 bit ECU (In New Retro and 1800 ISZ).
  • Easy cold start.
Added Luxury
  • Improved suspension, Smoother gears.
  • Ergonomically designed plush seats.
  • Wider tyres.
More Comfort
  • Power steering.
  • Spacious interiors, ample boot space.
  • Excellent driving comfort.
  • Front Disc brakes for effective braking.

Model Variants

  • 1.5 Ltr Diesel
  • 1.8 Ltr Petrol
  • 2.0 Ltr Diesel
  • CNG

Color Variants

  • Grotto Blue
  • Black
  • MB Ivory
  • Sherry Red
  • Crystal White
  • Forest Green
  • Kielder Green
  • Symphony Gold
  • Thurston Grey
  • Francoise White

Technical Specifications


Dimensions
Overall height 1593 mm
Overall length 4325 mm
Overall Width 1662 mm
Wheelbase 2464 mm
Kerb weight 1104 Kg.
GVW 1554 Kg.
Engine
Type MPFI with 4 Cylinder OHC
Fuel Petrol
Capacity 1817CC
Bore x Stroke 84/ 82 mm
Compression Ratio 8.5 : 1
Max. Power 74 HP at 5000 r.p.m.
Max. Torque 13.3 Kg at 3000 r.p.m
Cooling Water cooled
Transmission
Clutch Type Dry Disc
Diameter 215mm
Gear Box All synchromesh ; 5 speed gearbox ; including overdrive
Gear Ratio
  • 1st - 3.737:1
  • 2nd - 1.963:1
  • 3rd - 1.364:1
  • 4th - 1.000:1
  • 5th - 0.776:1
  • Reverse - 3.402:1
Steering
Type Helical Rack & Pinion
Overall Ratio 22.2 : 1
Turning Radius 5.4 mts
Suspensions
Front Independent suspension with torsion bar springs and anti roll bar with hydraulic telescopic double acting shock absorbers.
Rear Semi - elliptical leaf springs with hydraulic telescopic double acting shock absorbers.
Brakes
Type Hydraulic, dash mounted, tandem master cylinder with Servo assisted front disc 228.6 mm dia, drums on rear wheels.
Parking Rear wheels.
Wheels
Wheel Size 4J X 15
Tyre Size 165 R 15 (Radial)
Body
Type Unitised
No. of Doors 4
Electricals
Battery 12 volts 55 Amp hour
Alternator 12V, 45A
Fuel Tank
Capacity 42 ltrs

More Sedan Cars in India
Chevrolet Aveo Chevrolet Optra Magnum Ford Fiesta
Honda Accord Honda City ZX Honda Civic
Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Sonata Embera Hyundai Verna
Mahindra Logan Maruti Baleno Maruti Esteem
Maruti Suzuki SX4 Mitsubishi Cedia Mitsubishi Lancer
Skoda Laura Skoda Octavia Tata Indigo XL
Toyota Camry Toyota Corolla


Terms & Conditions | Disclaimer | Contact Us
© Copyright, SurfIndia (A premier directory on India). All Rights Reserved.